Senior Right of Way Specialist (Hybrid Schedule) na Eversource

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Under minimal direction, responsible for the periodic review of system right of ways to ensure compliance of current uses by established agreements with third parties and compliance with the Company’s guidelines and right of way operating decisions.

Essential Functions: 

• Performs property negotiations for the acquisition and disposition of property rights as necessary
• Provides ROW project support for the Company’s capital and maintenance projects as necessary including rights analysis, routing analysis, abutters lists, landowner coordination and permitting support
• Assumes the role of project manager as necessary
• Coordinates and manages the efforts and contracts of outside vendors, engineers and surveyors.   
• Evaluates land use notifications for impact to system rights of Ways
• Performs the function of RE/ ROW Subject Matter Expert for system projects   
• Performs internal record research and external registry and Municipal research
• Identifies, prioritizes, negotiates and resolves encroachment issues, trespass issues, compliance and safety issues 
• Works with the legal department to Interpret property rights and develop resolution to complex land use conflicts or projects
• Researches title abstracts, deeds and other data to determine title, boundaries and rights
• Coordinates work activities to support system projects as necessary 
• Drafts licenses/ permits/ JUA’s/ easements / leases/ deeds and other agreements as necessary
• Maintains and updates the Company’s records and database
• Performs property analysis, coordinates and reviews property appraisals to determine property values   
• Provides technical support and assistance to operating areas relative to ROW land management to ensure compliance with use guidelines and ROW operating decisions

Qualifications

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Working knowledge of Right of Way Land Management Principles
• Ability to interpret registry land records survey plans and engineered R/W plans. 
• Must possess excellent communication skills and negotiation skills
• Must be proficient in critical thinking, problem solving and reasoning. 
• Must be able to work collaboratively with others as well as independently

Education:             

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred), related discipline or equivalent experience

Experience:  

• Five (5) plus years of Right of Way Management, Property Management and/or Real Estate Law.
• ROW Land Management experience preferred

Licenses & Certifications:  

• Must have a valid driver’s license

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

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Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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